Job Description

Training Programme Directors have specific responsibilities as agreed in their job plans but retain corporate responsibility with the LTPD for the organisation and supervision of specialty training programmes for general practice within NHSE in line with the national curriculum.
This appointment is to the Postgraduate School of Primary Care. The post will be based at Durham & Tees Valley GP Training Programme in Stockton-on-Tees.
Main duties of the job
Training Programme Directors have specific responsibilities as agreed in their job plans but retain corporate responsibility with the LTPD for the organisation and supervision of specialty training programmes for general practice within NHS England in line with the national curriculum.
About us
The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:

• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visithttps://www.england.nhs.uk/.
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.
Details
Date posted
13 October 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
118,665 a year pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
11 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Job share
Reference number
990-NEY-18148-E
Job locations
Stella House
Goldcrest Way
Newcastle
NE15 8NY
Job description
Job responsibilities

• Organising and delivering the taught course to doctors in GP training
• Advising and supporting hospital and GP trainers
• Resourcing the assessment systems (ARCP)
• Support to doctors in difficulty, including early warning, needs assessment and support to trainers of such doctors
• Training the workforce (GP Educationalists, admin, GP and hospital trainers, educational and clinical supervisors)
• Supporting the Lead Training Programme Director as required to fulfil the Schools agreed functions

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached and other supporting documents. Secondments
Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.
Job description
Job responsibilities

• Organising and delivering the taught course to doctors in GP training
• Advising and supporting hospital and GP trainers
• Resourcing the assessment systems (ARCP)
• Support to doctors in difficulty, including early warning, needs assessment and support to trainers of such doctors
• Training the workforce (GP Educationalists, admin, GP and hospital trainers, educational and clinical supervisors)
• Supporting the Lead Training Programme Director as required to fulfil the Schools agreed functions

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached and other supporting documents. Secondments
Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.
Person Specification
Behaviours and Values
Essential

• Commitment to own personal development
• Commitment and enthusiasm for education and training
• Adaptable in approach including the flexibility to work in changing environments

Experience and Knowledge
Essential

• Good working knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes
• Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
• Experience of clinical and educational leadership including across multi-professional teams

Qualifications and Training
Essential

• Registered Medical or Dental Practitioner with a current licence to practise or hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (or equivalent)
• Applicants, regardless of professional background, must have a track record of professionalism in line with the principles set out in Good Medical Practice and compatible with appointment in a senior clinical educator role

Desirable

• Higher educational qualification such as a postgraduate certificate, diploma or Master's in education

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
• Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
• Proven organisational and time management skills
• Ability to support others (inc pastoral skills) and to help others develop and progress

Person Specification
Behaviours and Values
Essential

• Commitment to own personal development
• Commitment and enthusiasm for education and training
• Adaptable in approach including the flexibility to work in changing environments

Experience and Knowledge
Essential

• Good working knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes
• Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
• Experience of clinical and educational leadership including across multi-professional teams

Qualifications and Training
Essential

• Registered Medical or Dental Practitioner with a current licence to practise or hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (or equivalent)
• Applicants, regardless of professional background, must have a track record of professionalism in line with the principles set out in Good Medical Practice and compatible with appointment in a senior clinical educator role

Desirable

• Higher educational qualification such as a postgraduate certificate, diploma or Master's in education

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
• Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
• Proven organisational and time management skills
• Ability to support others (inc pastoral skills) and to help others develop and progress

Skills Required